Harrogate Town have continued their summer rebuild by signing last season's National League South top scorer Brad Dolaghan and FC Halifax Town midfielder Josh Hmami. The Sulphurites confirmed the arrivals on consecutive days, with 21-year-old striker Dolaghan joining on a three-year deal from Worthing after firing 23 league goals to help the Rebels win promotion. Hmami, meanwhile, arrives after registering 19 goal contributions for the Shaymen in the National League last season. Both players have joined for undisclosed fees, with Dolaghan becoming Harrogate's 11th signing ahead of the new season.
What happened?
The arrivals of Dolaghan and Hmami take Harrogate's summer recruitment drive to 11 new signings, following the additions of Bailey Hobson, Will McGowan, Ciaran McGuckin, Lewis Payne, Rohan Vaughan, Rory Watson, Morgan Williams, Archie Baptiste, and Tom Lees.
Why it matters for Harrogate Town
The signings of Dolaghan and Hmami are a significant boost to Harrogate's squad, as they look to improve their chances of success in League Two. With Dolaghan's goal-scoring record and Hmami's creative playmaking, the team is well-equipped to challenge for a top-half finish.
What comes next?
The arrivals of Dolaghan and Hmami will be a welcome addition to the Harrogate Town squad, as they prepare for the new season. With their sights set on a top-half finish, the team will be looking to make a strong start to the campaign.
League standing: 1st in National League, 3 pts, 1W-0D-0L from 1 games, recent form W. Goals this season: 5 scored, 2 conceded (+3 goal difference). Next fixture: vs Boreham Wood (at home, 2027-02-20).
